RAM,FORD,GMC CHEVY

[rbos57]

1 ton diesel
Your thoughts???
comfort,reliability, towing etc...
I know everyone has an opinion.

[Cummins12V98]

I will try to stay as factual as possible.

RAM follows SAE on their entire truck line, that means they have something to backup what they claim.

The Cummins engine and Aisin transmission are both medium duty.

The Cummins uses the CP3 fuel injection pump, it's proven to be the most dependable among the big three.

Ok now more opinion with some facts mixed in

The RAM factory rear air ride available on the 3500's works GREAT!!!

The Aisin with 4.10's towing a combined 32,500# is flawless, I can start out on a grade without the running gear feeling like it's going to fall out.

The transmission and engine stay cool under all conditions.

The LongHorn and Limited interiors are second to none. The leather quality is what you would expect in a 100K luxury car.

The ride is quiet even when the engine is working pulling the grades, I know the other two are supposed to be quieter! But the worst noise level is nothing as you still can carry on a normal conversation.

The fit and finish is great, the interior is rattle free.

Just look around to see what truck is used most by independent RVhaulers and hot shotters.

Truck has 9,580# sitting on the rear tires. If the truck were a F450 the rear axle would be overloaded at a light 9,100# rating. 3500 Dually is rated to 9,750#.

[goducks10]

I'd definitely get the red one.

[Grit_dog]

BenK wrote:
chocolate, triple scoop, no sprinkles, crushed nuts on a honey cone...oh if they
have a hot dip...for sure thing...

Prefer white and only single stage. No dark colors and no clear coat on any of
my trucks...unless buying used

Clear coat is okay on any of my cars

Big block over small block

Gasser over diesel

Allen Edmond's but Santoni's/Ferragamo's/etc okay. Toe cap and saddles top of that list

LT's over P's any day. No ST's on anything I'll own

4x4 if there is a choice, but the fashion statement folks have driven me away
from buying 'new' 4x4's and their push button instead of floor levers

Locker over LS

Just my short list... 😉

You're pretty knowledgable about a lot of things, but I don't understand the "no clear coat" statement. You realize that pretty much every vehicle off the line in the last 25 years has 2 stage paint, i.e. Base coat/clear coat.
You can have that option if you paint it yourself and I agree, that a vehicle that is destined to get scratched up is much easier to sand/polish out the scratches and blend repairs with single stage paint.
So much for me helping this thread sty on track......oh well it was destined for failure from the first open ended question!!

[rhagfo]

1jeep wrote:
my last ford truck went over 100k miles with zero pump issues, but I change my filters every 10k miles and watch where I buy fuel from.

Well now days 100K is not a badge of honor even for a gasser!! Modern gas should easily be able to 250K, Diesel should make 500K. The Wrapper should also be able to match those distances.

[BenK]

chocolate, triple scoop, no sprinkles, crushed nuts on a honey cone...oh if they
have a hot dip...for sure thing...

Prefer white and only single stage. No dark colors and no clear coat on any of
my trucks...unless buying used

Clear coat is okay on any of my cars

Big block over small block

Gasser over diesel

Allen Edmond's but Santoni's/Ferragamo's/etc okay. Toe cap and saddles top of that list

LT's over P's any day. No ST's on anything I'll own

4x4 if there is a choice, but the fashion statement folks have driven me away
from buying 'new' 4x4's and their push button instead of floor levers

Locker over LS

Just my short list... 😉

[dave17352]

All of them are good. If used buy 2011 and up if you want payload.

[wanderingbob]

P.S.
My religion is Ram CTD

[wanderingbob]

Pickup trucks are kinda like "religion " , if ya feel the need , it don't make no difference as they are mostly all the same .

[1jeep]

my last ford truck went over 100k miles with zero pump issues, but I change my filters every 10k miles and watch where I buy fuel from.

[IdaD]

They are all good trucks with pros and cons. The CP4 injection pump in the Powerstroke and Duramax would give me pause, but beyond that it pretty much boils down to personal preference.

[1jeep]

I just purchased a 1 ton dually loaded with everything and looked at all 3, it was a very tough decision as they all have their pluses and minuses. in the end I bought another ford, not because I pee blue urine, but it had more of what I was looking for.
The dodge I really liked, was black on black leather limited and was loaded. they came down from 74 to 60 and it was hard to walk away. I didn't like the mirrors and few other things, weren't to my personal liking.
GMC, while I did like the interior, I didn't like the def being under the hood and the dealer didn't seem to care if I bought or walked.
For me It might be because im now more used to ford, maybe im like goldilocks, because it just seemed to fit just right.

If you buy any of them and run junk fuel and neglect the service then im certain you could have issues. good luck with your choices, like I said it is tough as they are all nice.

[lawnspecialties]

blt2ski wrote:
3, 2, 1,

how quick should I lock this? How long till this goes to heck in a handbasket?

OP has been listed as a member for a year, and wants to know which is bes........

oh me aching head!

marty

PS,
The one that fits you rear end best......or better yet, the one you wife will be seen in!

I'm impressed its stayed civil enough to make it this far.

[schlep1967]

My wallet decided for me. Best price with the best options.

[tinner12002]

Old-Biscuit wrote:
Whichever one you can afford
Whichever one YOU like after test driving

And then most importantly
Whichever one your better half likes riding in

Yep that pretty much sums it up!

[colliehauler]

blt2ski wrote:
3, 2, 1,

how quick should I lock this? How long till this goes to heck in a handbasket?

OP has been listed as a member for a year, and wants to know which is bes........

oh me aching head!

marty

PS,
The one that fits you rear end best......or better yet, the one you wife will be seen in!

Your a gluton for punishment to moderate this section of the forum.